Over the last 24 hours, Mercy has put out 500 cc of fluid (she has a JP drain attached to her inside). Currently, she is sleeping with her resting heart rate at 160 .... should be 130 -140. Dr. Mack thought she might be a little dehydrated, so we are taking precautions to make sure that doesn't happen. Her stomach is still very swollen and not as soft as it could be. It's a little soon after the surgery to determine whether the swelling is from the surgery or actual fluid in the abdomen called ascites. If this is the case, they will treat it with diuretics.
She had a greenish looking poop this morning...awesome. The not so awesome part is that it traveled up her back a bit and has the potential of contaminating the epidural site. I was told that this could cause menangitis if it sits contaminated longer than 6 hours. Scary. So, her pain will be aleviated with iv medications after it is removed. They will remove her catheter as well. Two more tubes out of the body, done.
So, while we are continuing to rest, heal and enjoy the lab holiday, we will keep an eye on her and hope for positive results in the next coming days.
Our little darling, grandma has her arms around you so tight so you can feel the warmth. I am home in Mt. now and I see your bed and stroller in the office and I can hardly wait to see you in them. I wait for the day. Your recovery is most important and that you return home laughing and smiling just like you were when you left. I love you and I send hugs and kisses to you and your mommy and your daddy.
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My prayers are with you and your family in this difficult time. I can not even imagine how hard it is to watch your daughter fight so hard. There is alot of power in prayer.
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God Bless you MercyMay....Fight hard...your family loves you soo much.
Mercy,
ReplyDeleteYou are beautiful little princess and tough to boot! Positive thoughts and vibes that your surgery was a success!!!!
Love,
Cassandra and Ayvrie